Health Informatics Specialist

Role type: Full Time; Fixed Term for 2 years Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Department / School: Department of Infectious Diseases Salary: $152,695 - $176,065 p.a. (pro-rate for part time) plus 17% super Pivotal informatics role in pandemic therapeutics / shape secure global health data sharing / partner with clinicians, researchers and governments Apply your health informatics expertise to build trusted data pipelines that accelerate pandemic therapeutics discovery and translation. Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity In this Health Informatician role, you will lead secure health data sharing for pandemic therapeutics research with the Cummings Global Centre for Pandemic Therapeutics (CGCPT). You will design robust governance, analytics and infrastructure that connect hospitals, laboratories, governments and global collaborators. You will gain wide exposure to senior stakeholders and cutting-edge infectious diseases science at the Doherty Institute and the Melbourne biomedical precinct. What you will deliver: Lead development and implementation of data governance frameworks, agreements and policies for CGCPT health data assets. Establish and manage efficient workflows for secure data sharing with hospitals, laboratories, governments and international partners. Collaborate with computational scientists and software engineers to deliver fit-for-purpose databases and data repository infrastructure. Support data-driven research projects and competitive grant applications through expert advice on data design, access and analysis. Design and deliver training for CGCPT staff and students on best practice in health data sharing and governance. You may be a great fit if you: Lead development and implementation of data governance frameworks, agreements and policies for CGCPT health data assets. Establish and manage efficient workflows for secure data sharing with hospitals, laboratories, governments and international partners. Collaborate with computational scientists and engineers to deliver fit-for-purpose databases and data repository infrastructure. Support data-driven research projects and competitive grant applications through expert advice on data design, access and analysis. Design and deliver training for CGCPT staff and students on best practice in health data sharing and governance. For further information, please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: Build future financial security with 17% superannuation Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team - The Department of Infectious Diseases at the Doherty Institute unites leading experts in infectious diseases, immunity and public health from across Melbourne and beyond. The Cummings Global Centre for Pandemic Therapeutics (CGCPT) pioneers innovative pandemic therapeutics with strong clinical and translational partnerships. The Computational Sciences Initiative drives advanced analytics, informatics and data platforms that power high-impact, collaborative research. You will join an inclusive, mission-driven community that values innovation, teamwork, professional growth and real-world health impact. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at . Application essentials: Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs. You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you. Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process. Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description. #LI-DNI Want to know more? For queries related to this specific position, contact A/Prof David Price at For questions related to our recruitment process email Walid at For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future. Applications close: 28 August 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: JR-015969 Health Informatics Specialist PD.docx JR-015969 Health Informatics Specialist PD.pdf